Anyone do a search while they maintained their full time job?

by a searcher from INSEAD

2 months ago

I'm interested to connect with anyone who did/is doing a search while they maintained their full time job.  Similarly interested to meet with folks who may have tried that and then shifted to a full time search, or who didn't transact and went back to a full time job.  I'm starting to weigh my options and appreciate any insight on the good/bad/challenging!

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searcher from Morehouse College

Very doable, I was able to maintain my full-time job and conduct a fairly aggressive search. It's all about your commitment and conviction on finding the deal. Once inspired, I belie the momentum to close will carry you fwd. Best of luck and happy to share more details about my experience.

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searcher from Columbia University - Columbia Business School

Doable if going down the brokered path, not viable if doing meaningful proprietary outreach

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